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Aluminum 6061

Metal

Aluminum 6061

3.3211 | A96061 | EN AW-6061 | AlMg1SiCu

ProcessCNC Machining

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* Property values are for reference and may vary by alloy, temper, and processing conditions.

Aluminum 6061 is one of the most widely used aluminum alloys in CNC machining, known for its well-balanced overall properties. It is lightweight with moderate strength, making it suitable for most load-bearing and functional component applications. It also exhibits stable machinability, excellent corrosion resistance, and compatibility with various high-quality surface treatment processes.

Material Properties

Mechanical Properties

  • Yield strength

    240–270 MPa

  • Tensile strength

    260–310 MPa

  • Elongation

    8–12%

  • Hardness

    90–100 HB

  • Young's modulus

    68–74 GPa

Thermal properties

  • Maximum operating temperature

    150 °C

  • Thermal conductivity

    150–170 W/(m·K)

  • Coefficient of thermal expansion

    23.6 μm/(m·℃)

Physical Properties

  • Density

    2.70 g/cm³

Electrical properties

  • Electrical resistivity

    3.9 - 4.1 μΩ*cm

Manufacturability

  • Manufacturability-Corrosion resistance

    Good

  • Manufacturability-Weldability

    Excellent

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